Research Assistant responsible for statistical data analysis under a Principal Investigator for health science projects. Involves data management, statistical analyses, and documentation of workflows.
About the role
- Research Scientist working on global health projects using data science and behavioral science. Seeking passionate individuals to deliver impactful health insights and innovations.
Responsibilities
- Drive high-impact research across a wide range of activities, from advanced data analytics and literature reviews to instrument design, development of novel data sources, and creation of compelling reports and presentations that inform global health decision-making.
- Shape the future of health equity through innovation by taking full ownership of your work, experiment boldly, and use your creativity and technical expertise to uncover insights that improve health outcomes for underserved populations worldwide.
- Advance methodological excellence by pioneering new analytical approaches, technologies, and data sources that strengthen the scientific foundation of our global health programs.
- Collaborate across disciplines to scale impact, working closely with our Product, Client Engagement, and R&D teams to design and deliver data- and AI-powered solutions that help solve some of the most pressing health challenges across low- and middle-income countries.
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on experience conducting end-to-end data analysis and programming with health-related datasets - ideally in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) - and a demonstrated ability to flex across diverse projects within global health.
- Strong proficiency in R and/or Python, including experience with version control and interest in Databricks or other large-scale data platforms.
- Deep understanding of applied statistics and the ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights for technical and non-technical audiences.
- A strong grasp of how beliefs, attitudes, and barriers shape health behaviors and outcomes.
- A PhD in a relevant field (e.g., public health, health sciences, economics, neuroscience, or engineering) is a plus, but we also value equivalent research or analytical experience.
- Demonstrated experience in global health research and a willingness to travel as needed.
- Fluency in French is a plus
- A collaborative mindset with the confidence to voice well-informed opinions and challenge assumptions constructively.
- Excitement about working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, where you’ll be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on contributor.
Benefits
- Fantastic, fun and collaborative colleagues; opportunity to solve tough challenges in global health
- Ability to be entrepreneurial and tremendous opportunities for growth
- Public Benefit Corporation with an impact and equity mission
- Competitive compensation and health benefits
- Generous PTO
- Highly competitive 401K
- Professional Development opportunities
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